Scan Tool Controls
DISPLAY FUNCTIONS
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DISPLAY FUNCTIONS
Figure 2. Display Functions
See Figure 2 for the locations of items 1 through 15, below.
1. I/M MONITOR STATUS field
- Identifies the I/M Monitor status area.
2. Monitor icons
- Indicate which Monitors are supported by the
vehicle under test, and whether or not the associated Monitor has
run its diagnostic testing (Monitor status). A solid green icon
indicates the associated Monitor has completed its diagnostic
testing. A flashing red icon indicates that the vehicle supports the
associated Monitor, but the Monitor has not yet run its diagnostic
testing.
3.
Vehicle icon
– When visible, indicates that the Scan Tool is
being powered through the vehicle’s DLC connector.
4.
Link icon
- When visible, indicates the Scan Tool is
communicating with the vehicle’s computer.
5.
Computer icon
- When t visible, indicates the Scan Tool is
linked to a personal computer.
6.
Scan Tool Internal Battery icon
- When visible, indicates the
Scan Tool batteries are “low” and should be replaced. If the
batteries are not replaced when the battery symbol is "on", all 3
LEDs will light to warn that the batteries need replacement. No data
is displayed on screen when all 3 LEDs are lit.
7. DTC Display Area
- Displays the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)
number. Each fault is assigned a code number that is specific to that
fault. The DTC number is color-coded as follows:
RED
- Indicates the currently displayed DTC is a STORED or
PERMANENT DTC.
YELLOW
- Indicates the currently displayed DTC is a PENDING
DTC.
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